Lee vs. Grant

The Wilderness Campaign of 1864

A game by Joseph M. Balkoski

2 Players 120 minutes Medium

Hexagon Grid, Simulation

American Civil War, Wargame

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Get ready to dive into the American Civil War with Lee vs. Grant: The Wilderness Campaign of 1864, a game of strategy and simulation. Designed by Joseph M. Balkoski, this game drops you into the midst of the decisive 1864 spring campaign in Virginia, where you'll control either the Union or Confederate armies. With a playtime of 120 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to immerse yourself in the game's hexagon grid world, navigating the challenges of war and making tactical decisions that will determine the outcome. As you play, you'll experience the thrill of commanding units of approximately 2,500 men, led by historical leaders, across a map that stretches from Fredricksburg to Petersburg. With rules of normal complexity, this game is accessible to anyone familiar with board games, and its split into basic and advanced modes means you can choose your level of challenge. Will you emerge victorious, or will your opponent outmaneuver you? There's only one way to find out.